Indonesian Cilok (Steamed Tapioca Balls)

Discover the irresistible charm of Indonesian Cilok, chewy steamed tapioca balls that are a beloved street food snack in Indonesia! Crafted from a simple yet flavorful dough of tapioca and all-purpose flours, flavored with garlic, salt, and white pepper, these bite-sized balls are boiled to perfection, achieving a delightfully tender and translucent texture. Served with a rich, nutty peanut sauce and a drizzle of sweet soy sauce, each bite is a perfect harmony of savory, sweet, and creamy. Garnished with crispy fried shallots and fresh chopped chives for added crunch and aroma, these versatile snacks are easy to make at home and perfect for sharing. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer, party snack, or comfort food, this authentic recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the bustling streets of Indonesia!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Tapioca flour
• 50 grams All-purpose flour
• 250 milliliters Warm water
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground white pepper
• 200 grams Peanut sauce
• 2 tablespoons Sweet soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fried shallots, for garnish
• 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the tapioca flour and all-purpose flour. Mix until well combined.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, combine warm water, minced garlic, salt, and ground white pepper. Stir until the salt dissolves.

Step 3

Gradually pour the liquid mixture into the flour mixture, stirring continuously with a spatula until the dough comes together and is smooth.

Step 4

Lightly dust your hands with tapioca flour. Take a small portion of the dough (about the size of a large marble) and roll it into a ball between your palms. Repeat until all the dough is used.

Step 5

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Gently drop the cilok balls into the boiling water. Stir occasionally to prevent them from sticking to the bottom.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and let the balls cook for about 15-20 minutes or until they float to the surface and are translucent.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, remove the cilok balls from the water and let them drain in a colander.

Step 8

In a small pan over low heat, warm the peanut sauce with the sweet soy sauce, stirring constantly until heated through.

Step 9

Arrange the cilok balls on a serving platter. Drizzle with the warmed peanut sauce.

Step 10

Garnish with fried shallots and chopped chives. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(762.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1576.8

Total Fat 38.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5983.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 284.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 54.4g
Protein 20.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 137.2mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 692.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.0%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 72.7%